1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 562 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ferrari 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Ferrari 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Ferrari 330 (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 330 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
